Lavender from my garden
Lavender oil can benefit the skin in remedial massage. In terms of mood, those who inhaled lavender oil said they were more relaxed. Research showed that lavender may be actually be able to alter brain waves and reduce stress.
I grow my own lavender in my back garden and in spring I use my distiller to steam the lavender oil from the flowers. I hope you like the lavender fragrance in my clinic when you next have your remedial massage.
My home distiller
New hot stone massage
Now you can request hot stones to be included in your massage. Feel relaxed and extremely comfortable with the stones at 55 degrees. While resting hot stones on your face, neck, back legs or feet I can massage the other end of your body. Hot massage stones can relax sore muscles before I use remedial massage on them. Why not book in for a relaxing hot stone remedial massage!
Massage association
As I am a registered member of the Massage and Myotherapy Australia Association I have to continue educational training each year to keep my registration. At the conference this year we covered the following; Anatomy and pathology of the shoulder complex and chronic pain and massage.
Make sure you feel comfortable with your Therapist when you meet for the first time.
Your Therapist should ask you a series of questions and take notes. Part of this process means signing an 'Informed Consent' form, so you understand what kind of treatment you will receive; this is a legislative requirement. Deep tissue massage is a whole body treatment, remedial massage focuses on parts of the body that requires rehabilitation. Remedial massage first starts with a review of the muscles, ligaments, tendons and posture, however at my clinic we don't just focus on your troubled areas I give you a relaxing massage as well.
NDIS news
The NDIS “Therapy supports” guidance (published Oct 23, 2025) explicitly states massage therapy delivered by non‑allied‑health practitioners — including remedial massage — is not an NDIS‑funded therapy, and cannot be funded even if recommended by an allied health professional.
Frequency and duration recommended for remedial massage
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Acute issues: 1–2 sessions/week for 2–4 weeks, then taper.
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Chronic/maintenance: every 3–6 weeks.
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Typical session: 30–60 minutes, focused on assessment and targeted work.
Federal Department consultation
Industry lobbying: Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) and allied groups pushing for recognition.
Workplace Wellness Programs:
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Summary: Corporations are increasingly integrating remedial massage into workplace wellness programs to enhance employee health and productivity. Such initiatives highlight the recognition of massage therapy as a valuable tool in stress management and physical health
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Summary: There is an ongoing emphasis on ethical practices within the massage industry, especially concerning consumer protection and preventing fraud. Organizations are advocating for clearer standards and accountability measures to address concerns over unregistered practitioners.
NDIS
The landscape for accessing remedial massage therapy under the NDIS is evolving, with ongoing discussions about recognition, funding eligibility, and the implications of recent policy updates. Advocacy from professional associations and continued dialogue with government bodies will play a crucial role in shaping the future of massage therapy services for NDIS participants.
The Role of Magnesium in Promoting Healthy Muscle Function
Muscles require not only the ability to contract but also to relax, and magnesium plays a vital role in this process. Functions of this mineral in maintaining normal muscle function highlights its importance, especially during your most active days. Ask your remedial massage therapists for more information.
How Magnesium Supports Healthy Muscle Function
Muscles need massage when sore but they also need to contract and relax, and magnesium is key to helping them do both. This guide looks at how magnesium helps keep muscles working properly, especially on your busiest days.